BRASS

Alternative Names & Variations: Admiralty Brass, Beta Brass

Color: Reddish Brown to Light Silvery Yellow

Hardness: Medium

Sustainability Status: Recyclable material, but the environmental impact of new brass production process is significant.

Characteristics: Brass, a versatile copper-zinc alloy, exhibits a spectrum of warm colors from reddish-brown to silvery yellow, depending on its composition. Renowned for its ease of shaping, brass is a resilient material used in various applications.

From the creation of pipes to musical instruments, brass combines aesthetic appeal with practical functionality. With a rich history, this alloy provides a classic touch while maintaining modern relevance. Brass stands as a timeless alloy, seamlessly blending tradition and functionality, offering a material with enduring appeal and practicality.

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STRENGTHS

Brass is easy to machine, ensuring ease and speed in crafting various shapes and structures.
Known for excellent thermal and electrical conductivity, brass is a preferred material in electrical equipment.
Brass does not spark, making it suitable for applications in potentially hazardous environments.
Brass is a quiet metal, meaning brass-on-brass connections do not squeak the way steel connections do.

WEAKNESSES

Brass experiences a reduction of strength at high temperatures, limiting its performance in hot applications.
The production process of brass involves significant environmental considerations, and its sustainability is influenced by this initial production process
While cost-effective, additional expenses may be incurred for protective finishing to improve corrosion resistance, influencing overall affordability.

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